Steffanie Breininger
Coplay,PA
Summary
Experienced school social worker dedicated to supporting students and families through advocacy, mental health services, and trauma-informed care. Known for creating welcoming, supportive school environments and building strong connections with community agencies to meet a wide range of needs. Brings a collaborative approach to working with interdisciplinary teams and a commitment to empowering individuals to feel heard, supported, and set up for long-term success.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
School Social Worker
Northampton Area School District
10.2022 - Current
- Collaborated closely with teachers, school leaders, and external organizations to promote academic and social-emotional success for K–12 students.
- Supported students and families experiencing homelessness by linking them to housing, community resources, and educational programs to foster stability.
- Conducted assessments to identify student needs and provided appropriate interventions and resources.
- Streamlined access to services by assisting with applications for social programs.
- Facilitated staff training sessions and workshops to enhance awareness of trauma-informed practices and student support strategies.
Behavioral Health Care Manager
St. Luke's University Health Network
07.2022 - 10.2022
- Delivered case management services for individuals with urgent mental health needs in a walk-in clinic setting.
- Collaborated with crisis counselors and care teams to ensure timely intervention and support.
- Coordinated referrals to appropriate behavioral health services, including in-patient and outpatient treatment programs.
Social Work Case Manager
Aetna Medicare
05.2020 - 07.2021
- Partnered with interdisciplinary care teams to address clients' physical, mental, and social health needs.
- Performed home visits to assess and address environmental and health-related barriers to care.
- Coordinated with statewide community agencies to connect clients and families with critical resources and support services.
- Secured access to non-covered medical equipment, assistive devices, and other essential supports beyond insurance coverage.
Social Work Care Manager
St Luke's University Health Network
06.2017 - 01.2021
- Participated in interdisciplinary care team meetings to develop treatment plans for complex patients.
- Coordinated discharge planning, including transitions to sub-acute care, behavioral health, and rehabilitation facilities.
- Facilitated smooth hospital transfers by collaborating with internal departments and external care providers.
Education
Master of Arts - Social Work
Marywood University
Scranton, PA05-2017
Bachelor of Arts - Social Work
Cedar Crest College
Allentown, PA05-2016
Associate of Applied Science - Early Childhood/ Early Intervention
Lehigh Carbon Community College
Schnecksville, PA05-2013
Skills
- Student advocacy
- Individual and family counseling
- Family support
- Multidisciplinary team collaboration
- Case management
- IEP collaboration
- Verbal and written communication
- Solution-based interventions
Affiliations
- National Association of Social Workers (NASW)
- Pennsylvania Association of School Social Work Personnel
Certification
- PA Licensed Social Worker (LSW)
- PDE Certified School Social Worker PK-12
Timeline
School Social Worker
Northampton Area School District
10.2022 - Current
Behavioral Health Care Manager
St. Luke's University Health Network
07.2022 - 10.2022
Social Work Case Manager
Aetna Medicare
05.2020 - 07.2021
Social Work Care Manager
St Luke's University Health Network
06.2017 - 01.2021
Master of Arts - Social Work
Marywood University
Bachelor of Arts - Social Work
Cedar Crest College
Associate of Applied Science - Early Childhood/ Early Intervention
Lehigh Carbon Community College
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